Level 1 Medication Aide Med

Centurion Health • Farmington, MO

12d • $20 - $23 • Onsite

About The Position

Centurion, a provider of comprehensive healthcare services to the Missouri Department of Corrections, is seeking a full-time Level 1 Medication Aide to join its team at a correctional facility in Farmington, Missouri. Under the direction of the facility Director of Nursing or nursing designee, the Medication Aide administers prescribed medications and documents their effectiveness and any adverse actions or side effects. The role is listed as an evening shift with 8-hour shifts.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Maintain current tuberculosis documentation.
• Maintain active CPR/AED certification.
• Complete at least four hours of medication administration training every two years to maintain certification; training must be documented and retained in the employee file.
• If not already Level 1 Medication Aide certified, successfully complete internal Level 1 Medication Aide and insulin training to remain employed beyond the probationary period.
• Pass a background investigation and obtain agency security clearance where applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Current active Level 1 Medication Aide certification from the Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS) or Department of Mental Health (DMH), which may also be called DD Medication Aide.
• Insulin certification.
• One year of experience in an acute care, emergency, or correctional setting.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications as prescribed.
• Document medication effectiveness and any noted adverse actions or side effects.

Benefits

• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Flexible Spending Account
• Continuing Education benefits
• Additional benefits (not specified)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED